Program Overview
The Cinema & Media Studies at York University is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Cinema & Media Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: CAD 3,264 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 924 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Cinema & Media Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Methods and Research in Cinema and Media Studies
- Contemporary Cinema and Media Theory
- Documentary Personalities: Werner Herzog and Errol Morris
- Future Cinema
- Selected Topics in History & Criticism: Chinese Cinema
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- Two scholarly essay
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 3,264 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 924 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 3,264 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 924 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact York University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About York University
York University
York, United States
York University is a major public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It’s one of Canada’s largest universities and known for its diverse student body, wide range of academic...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2011-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months